Troopers issue warnings to non-life-sustaining businesses on first day of enforcement

The Pennsylvania State Police released data on actions taken against non-life-sustaining businesses who failed to comply with Gov. Tom Wolf’s order closing their physical locations. Enforcement began on Monday, March 23.

One warning was issued to a business in Chester County.

“As expected, we found the overwhelming majority of people and businesses across the commonwealth are voluntarily complying with the order and doing their part to stop the spread of COVID-19,” said Col. Robert Evanchick, commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police. “This process is two phased, beginning with warnings to gain voluntary compliance, followed by enforcement as necessary.”

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The governor has directed the following state agencies and local officials to enforce the closure orders to the full extent of the law:

• Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board;

• Department of Health;

• Department of Agriculture;

• Pennsylvania State Police;

• Municipal Police;

• Local officials, using their resources to enforce closure orders within their jurisdictions.

The Wolf administration has provided all local law enforcement with enforcement guidance that mirrors PSP’s.

The current list of businesses classified as life-sustaining, resources for affected businesses, and information businesses to request a waiver/exemption are available from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development.

To report a noncompliant business, contact your local law enforcement agency’s non-emergency number. Do not call 911 to file reports.